Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE
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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Superseded the Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Released October 2010

Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon L120 versus Ricoh G700SE, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L120 was launched 4 months later than the G700SE which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L120 grades versus the G700SE in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Ricoh G700SE Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Ricoh G700SE
L120 | G700SE | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Nikon L120
G700SE | L120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Ricoh G700SE
L120 | G700SE | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | October 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L120 versus Ricoh G700SE in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 and the G700SE.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and G700SE is 75 and 88 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and G700SE.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L120 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.

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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh G700SE | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh G700SE |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-10-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lb) | 307 gr (0.68 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-60 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $0 |